Queue at Chop (Tysa) — Zahony
passenger car
51
min
-26%
Wait time
Busier than usual
29°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Busier than usual
Smart forecast
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
5 cars
Peak load:
7 cars (~56 min)
Shortest queue:
4 cars (~39 min)
Smart learning factor: 2.82x
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Peak load hours
Better to avoid:
06:00
07:00
09:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
15:00
17:00
03:00
Forecast for Chop (Tysa) (passenger cars) — updated at 15:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~25 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~30 min, moderate load.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~30 min, moderate load (peaks at ~45 min around 05:00).
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~45 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 21:00.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~25 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~30 min, moderate load.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~30 min, moderate load (peaks at ~45 min around 05:00).
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~45 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 21:00.
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Best time to cross Chop (Tysa) today
21:00typical queue
22:00↓96%−96%
23:00↓23%−23%
Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Chop (Tysa)
Current Data
As of 18:00, at Chop (Tysa) checkpoint there are 6 cars waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Chop (Tysa)?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 102 minutes ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Chop (Tysa)?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 150 min (~2 hours 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 3 days ago
Does the EES system work at Chop (Tysa) border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Chop (Tysa) border crossing. EES is an EU automated system for registering entry and exit of third-country nationals crossing the external borders of the Schengen Area.
The system records the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as biometric data (fingerprints and facial photo).
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
Live Webcam Chop (Tysa) in real time
In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Chop (Tysa).
Záhony - Incoming personal traffic
During a state of emergency in Ukraine, cameras are not available to the public.
Light traffic 10 km/h
33 min ago
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
Light traffic
10 km/h
Nearby Road Incidents
5
Road works
6.5 km
6.5 km
Road works
6.5 km
6.5 km
Road works
6.7 km
6.7 km
Road works
6.7 km
6.7 km
Closure
22.3 km
22.3 km
Chop (Tysa): Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Hungarian border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Chop (Tysa) happens twice a day — at 08:00 and 20:00 local time. These are regular shifts that ensure continuous border control.
During shift change, processing of of cars at Chop (Tysa) typically slows for 20–60 minutes. To minimize wait, plan to cross 30+ minutes before or 60+ minutes after the approximate shift change. Check the live queue above for current status.
At the neighboring Hungary checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Hungary is on Central European Time — one hour behind Kyiv — so there it falls around 07:00 and 19:00 Kyiv time. Because the two shifts overlap, the slowdown stretches into wider windows on both sides: roughly 07:00–08:30 in the morning and 19:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time). During these intervals, processing on both sides can noticeably slow down.
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Real Data
Increased Load
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Chop (Tysa) - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 15.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Chop (Tysa) - passenger car checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles during Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00). The lowest point was observed at 09:00 15.07.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 11:00 15.07.2026 — 10 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 15.07.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 15.07.2026 — 6 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 23:00 15.07.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 15.07.2026 — 6 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 02:00 15.07.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 05:00 15.07.2026 — 4 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Chop (Tysa) - passenger car checkpoint, it is recommended to plan your border crossing during the least busy hours. According to the data from the past day, the lowest number of vehicles was observed between 2:00 and 9:00 hours. This is the ideal time to cross the border, saving time and avoiding delays.
Plan your trips in advance using up-to-date border queue information at the Chop (Tysa) - passenger car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Data Comparison
Data Comparison
Our Data vs Official Source
Our Data
51min
(6 cars)
Official Data
51min
(6 cars)
Data matches
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Chop (Tysa) By car
Best days:
Tuesday-Monday (11 cars,
~1.1-2.1 hrs).
Avoid:
Saturday (18 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 11 | 61% | ~1.1-2.1 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 11 | 61% | ~1.1-2.1 hrs |
| 🟠 Wed | 14 | 78% | ~1.4-2.4 hrs |
| 🟠 Thu | 14 | 78% | ~1.4-2.4 hrs |
| 🟡 Fri | 13 | 72% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 18 | 100% | ~1.8-2.8 hrs |
| 🟠 Sun | 14 | 78% | ~1.4-2.4 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 02:00 - 04:00 and 20:00 - 22:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 120 up to 150 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Tuesday or Monday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Chop (Tysa) by car?
Tuesday or Monday — shortest queue (11 cars, ~1.1-2.1 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Chop (Tysa)?
Saturday — peak load (18 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Documents for Men 18-60 Years Old
IMPORTANT: Requirements for Men 18–60
Ukrainian men in this age group MUST HAVE one of these documents to cross the border:
One of these documents is MANDATORY:
- Military ID (issued by military commissariat)
- VLK Certificate (from military medical commission)
- Booking Certificate (from TCC)
- Exit Permit from TCC (for mobilized)
If you don't have documents:
- Entry/Exit denied
- Return to Ukraine
- Possible deportation for repeated attempts
Where to obtain:
| Military ID | Military commissariat (1-2 weeks) |
| VLK Certificate | Military commissariat (1-3 days) |
| Booking Certificate | TCC of your region (1-5 days) |
| Exit Permit from TCC | TCC of your region (2-7 days) |
Don't travel to the border without one of these documents. Better to spend a few days getting the document.
Required Documents
Green Card Insurance: Activation Time
CRITICAL: Green Card Activation Timing
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
When does it become active?
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
This rule applies to all types of purchase:
- Online purchase (active tomorrow)
- Insurance company office (active tomorrow)
- Kiosk near the border (active tomorrow)
What to do?
- Buy Green Card 1-2 days before your trip online
- Use your existing policy (if not expired)
- NOT recommended: buying at border kiosk (too late)
This is not a technical error — it's an EU insurance law.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
For passenger cars
To ensure a quick inspection at the Krakovets-Korchova border crossing point in a passenger car, make sure you have the necessary set of documents.
Driver's documents:
- Biometric passport
- International driving license
- Medical insurance
Vehicle documents:
- Vehicle registration certificate (technical passport)
- Mandatory insurance policy Green Card
Equipment:
- First aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, and reflective vest
Customs Rules: What You Can Transport
ALLOWED (with limits)
Alcohol (for adults 18+)
- Up to 1 liter of spirits (40%+)
- Up to 2 liters of wine
- Up to 4 liters of beer
- Or proportional combination
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Tobacco products (for adults 18+)
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
Food products
- Dairy products: up to 2 kg (cheese OK)
- Meat/fish: up to 2 kg (canned OK, RAW NOT allowed)
- Fruits/vegetables: up to 2 kg
- Honey, jam: no limits
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
Cash
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
Personal belongings
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
Weapons & Ammunition
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
Drugs
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
Cultural valuables
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
Animal products (without certificates)
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
If in doubt — declare it! Better to declare than to hide.
Highway Vignette
Highway Vignette: Hungary
Electronic vignette required for highway travel
from
14 EUR
/ 1 day
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Chop (Tysa)
Transport Type: automobile
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Room for Mother and Child: Not available;
Toilets: Available;
Food Facilities: Available;
Duty-Free Shops: Available;
Mobile Communication: Available (details provided by mobile operators);
Wi-Fi Access: Not available;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Available;
Crossing with Pets: Available;
Checkpoint Controls:
Phytosanitary: Available
Veterinary: Available
Ecological: Available
Sanitary: Available
Cultural Heritage Control: Not available
International Road_transport Control: Available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: 13
Total number of lanes: Hungary: 18
Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate.
Fuel Prices
| Petrol Station Name | A 95+ | A 95 | A 92 | Diesel | LPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMIC | 76.45 | 73.73 | - | 74.94 | 38.99 |
| Chipo | - | 75.07 | - | 75.50 | 38.42 |
| Motto | - | 74.80 | - | 88.80 | 52.90 |
| UPG | 75.90 | 73.90 | - | 74.15 | 38.40 |
| VST | - | 73.90 | - | 76.40 | 38.40 |
| WOG | 81.90 | 78.90 | - | 79.90 | 41.90 |
| Avias | - | - | 53.99 | - | - |
| BRSM-Nafta | - | 71.63 | - | 78.33 | 43.01 |
| Market | - | 74.90 | - | 81.90 | 42.90 |
| OKKO | 81.90 | 78.90 | - | 85.90 | 45.90 |
| Ukrnafta | 71.99 | 68.99 | 65.99 | 73.99 | 41.99 |
The prices are approximate.
User Reviews — 2.4/5 (7 reviews)
The user sentiment for the Chop (Tysa) border checkpoint is predominantly negative, with most reviewers expressing frustration over long wait times. The average wait time reported is around 4-6 hours, with some extreme cases of 10-15 hours. Reviewers advise arriving early and being prepared for slow processing times, as the Ukrainian side often mirrors the slow pace of the Hungarian side. For example, one reviewer reported waiting 1.5 hours just to cross the Ukrainian border, only to find that the Hungarian side was also moving very slowly. Tips from reviewers include being patient and bringing necessary supplies, as the wait can be quite lengthy. The Chop (Tysa) checkpoint seems to be particularly busy, with reviewers reporting long lines even when there are only 20-25 cars ahead. To minimize wait times, it may be helpful to avoid peak hours and travel during less busy times. Overall, the Chop (Tysa) border checkpoint is a challenging crossing, but with the right mindset and preparation, travelers can navigate it successfully. Reviewers also mention that only a few cars are let through at a time, which contributes to the long wait times. For instance, one reviewer reported that only 4-6 cars were being let through at a time, which led to a wait of over 6 hours.
⭐ 2.4/5
7 reviews
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Reviews about the checkpoint Chop (Tysa), By car
В
Два кордони за хв 50
Ю
З 6.30 до 10.30 пройшло 16 машин український кордон. Угорський пройшло 6 машин
Є
Черга на український кпп була з 4 (ми п'яті) машин. Та стояли 1,5 години. А як проїхали український кордон, зрозуміли чого так. Дуууууже повільно пропускали угорці. Тому і наші так само повільно. Разом проходили всі кордони 5 годин.
А
Проходили десь 6год. З 21 до 3оі. Хоча перед нами було десь лише 20-25 машин.
О
Чотири години стоїмо у черзі, з 12:00 по 16:00. Попереду три буси, один пропустили за 4 години.
This review(s) reflects the subjective opinion of a service user, and not the official position of NaKordoni.eu.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Chop (Tysa)
Address: 89460, Zakarpattia Oblast, Uzhhorod District, village of Solomoniwe, 0th kilometer of the M-06 Kyiv - Chop highway.
Phone: +38 (0312) 64-96-00, 61-22-07, +380312711230
Email: 305.zk.chop-zalizn.map@customs.gov.ua
GPS Coordinates: 48.4181, 22.16994 Show on map
How to get there
by car:
from Kyiv via the M06 highway to Zhytomyr, from Zhytomyr via the N03 highway to Khmelnytskyi, from Khmelnytskyi via the M12 highway to Ternopil, from Ternopil via the M12 highway to Stryi, from Stryi via the M06 highway to Mukachevo, from Mukachevo via the M24 highway to Velyka Dobron, from Velyka Dobron via the M25 highway to Chop, from Chop via the M06 highway to the Chop border checkpoint.
Nearest border checkpoints
- Dzvinkove – 18.5 км
- Kosyno – 28.4 км
- Luzhanka – 41 км
- Vilok – 61 км
- Velyka Palad – 70.9 км
Emergency Contacts & Support
Ukraine Emergency Services
Slovakia Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Ukrainian Embassy in Slovakia
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!